Switchyards Durham

Rad if you’re looking for a focused space to get your head down for a few hours. Probably not the best for a lot of meetings or large-format work (spreadsheets, etc) since they aren’t any monitors. The vibe is perfect, the music is great, the design is phenom, the coffee is tasty, and the people are cool. Definitely a 30s ~remote creative job~ vibe. Street parking is alright, and a lot of them are 2-hr max but can usually find a spot on first attempt.

A relaxing coworking space to focus and get work done - that also provides innovative ways to network if desired. The space has a comfortable vibe that inspires productivity and creativity. Good coffee, too!

I REALLY wanted to love this place and sign up same day! Their marketing leading up to the launch was fantastic but there’s some real issues. First, it has ZERO parking in an already congested area. Second, everything inside is decorated like a messy, 70s frat house (basketballs and all) and every chair in the place is not comfortable. I couldn’t bring any executive clients here with that vibe. Plus they don’t actually want you to stay and work all day from what the staff said. It’s a pop in and out thing. Third, they only have 1 small conference you can reserve for max 6 chairs—again staff said no one can add any additional chair even if you needed to. Positives: it’s open 24/7, has great coffee and natural lighting in the main area. Although, not right for me, if you want a 24/7 coffee

I was interested in a membership and emailed Switchyards about their facilities for working moms who pump. Received a series of out-of-touch and condescending emails back, with their VP clearly stating that they have no space (and no short-term plan to address this) at any of their locations. Why would I pay for a membership here when I’d just have to drive home or go to my car to pump? This would be so easy to address, so it says a lot that they won’t. Would not recommend Switchyards for anyone looking for inclusive coworking spaces.

Love this place and am such a proud member. I look forward to coming here to get work done. Great vibe.